For the past two years, as the founder of Arising Blood Society, I’ve poured my efforts into a cause incredibly close to my heart: supporting thalassemia children. While our efforts in organizing blood donations are vital, it’s become increasingly clear that the challenges these children face extend far beyond just blood transfusions. Through numerous seminars, I’ve consistently highlighted a critical, often heartbreaking, issue: the profound financial struggles that prevent many of these deserving children, especially those from rural areas, from affording the life-saving medication they desperately need.
It’s a stark reality that access to donated blood, while essential, doesn’t solve the entire problem when families can’t cover the cost of ongoing treatment. My mission with these seminars is to bring this often-overlooked financial burden into the spotlight. By inviting key stakeholders – from healthcare professionals to policymakers and community leaders – and by diligently raising public awareness, I aim to spark meaningful dialogue and, most importantly, find sustainable solutions.
Our goal is to ensure that these brave children receive not only the blood they require but also the crucial medication that allows them to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. This initiative is a continuous effort to bridge that gap, striving to ensure that no child suffers simply because their family cannot afford their treatment. We believe that by working together, we can alleviate these burdens and provide comprehensive support to every child battling thalassemia.
